SUPPLY CHAIN ARTICLES
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![Cell transfection with plasmid GettyImages-1290924802]( "Sourcing Plasmid DNA From CDMOs Got More Challenging — Here's Why")
Sourcing Plasmid DNA From CDMOs Got More Challenging — Here's WhyThe demand for plasmid DNA products is intrinsically linked to unique market conditions and funding environments. Here's what's driving them.
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![mirror, your true self-GettyImages-1264700812]( "\"Mirror, Mirror…\": Reflections On Reducing mRNA Production COGS")
"Mirror, Mirror…": Reflections On Reducing mRNA Production COGSHere, I outline three overarching words of wisdom I gleaned from Life Edit Therapeutics’ April Sena; Tune Therapeutics’ Tyler Goodwin; and University of Sheffield’s Adi on how the mRNA/RNA industry can better control production costs — particularly as it relates to raw material sourcing and usage.
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![Engraver-wood-working-GettyImages-505274864]( "Defining The RNA Therapeutics Industry In 2023")
Defining The RNA Therapeutics Industry In 2023Four executives outline which industry challenges, strategic considerations, and opportunities should be top of mind as RNA therapeutics companies establish their to-do lists for 2023.
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![GettyImages-1335381149]( "Assessing Quality Of mRNA Vaccines: Key Considerations")
Assessing Quality Of mRNA Vaccines: Key ConsiderationsTo address the need for standards for mRNA vaccines, the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) has convened vaccine experts to identify important quality attributes and to propose test methods that can be used to assess mRNA vaccine products. This article shares those CQAs and analytical procedure tips.
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![Wheel spinning with various prizes-GettyImages-2164166010]( "The Price Is… Almost Right: mRNA Edition! COGS Reduction Strategies")
The Price Is… Almost Right: mRNA Edition! COGS Reduction StrategiesThe following article will outline the current state of COGS in the mRNA industry and the work he and his colleagues undertook to more effectively utilize raw materials. But heaven forbid this be your normal conference panel write-up. No, below I share Parrella’s insights, but in the form of a never-before released episode of The Price is Right…or perhaps more fittingly given the state of the industry today, this spectacle is more aptly titled: The Price is…Sort Of, Almost, Not Quite Right!
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![biotechnology, Global Networking, Research, Development, Innovation, Advancing Smart Solutions-GettyImages-2123154659]( "Innovations In The Oligonucleotide Supply Chain: Regulatory Considerations For Materials, Manufacturing, And Lifecycle Control")
Innovations In The Oligonucleotide Supply Chain: Regulatory Considerations For Materials, Manufacturing, And Lifecycle ControlOligonucleotide therapeutics have rapidly advanced into late-stage and commercial development, shifting regulatory focus toward the maturity of manufacturing and supply chain control rather than therapeutic novelty. Regulatory success now depends on how effectively sponsors translate innovative chemistries into well-characterized, scalable, and sustainable materials and processes.
SUPPLY CHAIN VIDEOS
What is the biggest hurdle to reaching metric-ton RNA production? In this segment, Advancing RNA Live speaker Claire McCleod discusses the biggest challenges to producing blockmers and in what ways the industry is reimagining upstream manufacturing to enable more efficient ligation.
Advancing RNA Live panelists delve into advancements in IVT technology, homing in on innovations like bead-based purification, improved enzymes, and modular manufacturing systems.
Together, Life Edit Therapeutics’ April Sena and Sanofi’s Troiano share their perspectives on raw material quality & IP-related considerations for managing the supply chain for next-generation RNA modalities.
This Advancing RNA Live clip dives into the biggest challenges in mRNA purification and the critical debate on where to focus investment. Here, our three mRNA PD experts argue for a holistic process development strategy, challenging the traditional wisdom of optimizing the upstream process at any cost.
ARTICLES, APP NOTES, CASE STUDIES, & WHITE PAPERS
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![GettyImages-2193391345-cryopreservation]( "How Operational Efficiency Shapes Late-Phase Manufacturability")
Prioritize operational efficiency over early-stage flexibility to scale advanced therapies. Standardized workflows and qualified shipping lanes reduce variability for predictable late-phase success.
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![DNA molecules 450x300]( "Chromatographic Purification Of Plasmid DNA")
Widespread application of pDNA in gene therapy is driving increased demand and as a response, plasmid manufacturing must become more efficient with improved productivity. Intensification of chromatographic steps can help address this demand and has led to an exploration of the use of convective media (monoliths, membranes, fibre based technologies).
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![Cryoport]( "Why Risk Analysis And Lane Qualification Matter")
Risk analysis and lane qualification show supply chains perform consistently, meeting regulatory expectations by demonstrating control, reducing variability, and ensuring reliable delivery.
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![GettyImages-1387090964 cell and gene therapy]( "Gene And Cell Therapy: Planning For Manufacturing Success Early")
As gene therapy organizations are asked to balance the need for rapid clinical progression and stringent quality expectations, explore how to optimize plasmid production and reach patients with efficiency.
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![Quality-GettyImages-1360733079]( "Understanding The Hidden Value Of Quality")
Costs of poor quality (COPQ) cannot be overstated. Review the statistics that prove how costly it can be to avoid resolving quality issues in your processes and supply chain.
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![iStock-528606286-handshake-partnership-partner-agreement]( "Transitioning From Using RUO To cGMP Chemicals For Clinical Trials")
Learn about the common challenges and risks associated with accelerating your molecule's timeline from lab to clinic, along with important supply chain considerations for emerging biopharma companies.
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![Integrating Genetic Medicine Into Clinical Care]( "Optimization Of Transient Transfection Of MSCs With Plasmid DNA Or mRNA")
Read through the results of our efforts to produce an optimal protocol for the transient transfection of hMSCs with pDNA or mRNA using non-viral means.
